Sabrina Carpenter, Billie Eilish Lead Grammy Performances Amid Wildfire Relief Focus/ Newslooks/ WASHINGTON/ J. Mansour/ Morning Edition/ The 2025 Grammy Awards, hosted by Trevor Noah on February 2 at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, will feature performances by Billie Eilish, Charli XCX, Sabrina Carpenter, and others. The event focuses on wildfire relief, with record labels canceling Grammy week parties to redirect funds toward rebuilding efforts. Beyoncé leads nominations with 11, while Taylor Swift and newcomers Sabrina Carpenter and Chappell Roan have six each.
2025 Grammy Awards: Quick Looks
- Event Details: Airs February 2 at 8 p.m. ET on CBS and Paramount+.
- Performers: Billie Eilish, Charli XCX, Sabrina Carpenter, Shakira, and more.
- Host: Trevor Noah returns for his fifth consecutive year.
- Top Nominees: Beyoncé leads with 11 nominations, followed by Billie Eilish and Kendrick Lamar.
- Wildfire Relief Efforts: Grammy week events condensed; $2M raised for Los Angeles fire relief.
Sabrina Carpenter, Billie Eilish Lead Grammy Performances Amid Wildfire Relief Focus
Deep Look
NEW YORK — The 2025 Grammy Awards are set to take center stage on Sunday, February 2, at Los Angeles’ Crypto.com Arena, offering a night of star-studded performances and celebration while turning attention toward critical wildfire relief efforts in the region. With a blend of glitz, music, and charity, the 67th annual Grammys promise to be a unique affair.
Where and How to Watch
The main broadcast begins at 8 p.m. ET on CBS and will stream live on Paramount+, with on-demand viewing available the next day for Paramount+ subscribers. Viewers can also tune in via Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, and FuboTV, which carry CBS in their lineups.
Red carpet coverage, including interviews and fashion highlights, will be streamed on YouTube and APNews.com, courtesy of the Associated Press.
Star-Studded Lineup of Performers
This year’s Grammy stage will feature a diverse mix of talent, including:
- Billie Eilish
- Sabrina Carpenter
- Charli XCX
- Shakira
- Doechii
- Teddy Swims
- Benson Boone
- Chappell Roan
- RAYE
Expect electrifying performances from these artists, with some presenting tracks from their chart-topping albums or Grammy-nominated songs.
Who’s Hosting?
Trevor Noah returns to host the Grammys for the fifth consecutive year, joining the ranks of Andy Williams (seven shows), John Denver (six), and LL Cool J (five). Known for his wit and charm, Noah’s hosting prowess has become a staple of the event.
Grammy Nominations: Who Leads the Pack?
Beyoncé dominates the 2025 Grammy nominations with 11 nods, bringing her career total to a record-breaking 99 nominations. She remains the most decorated artist in Grammy history with 32 wins.
Other top nominees include:
- Billie Eilish: Seven nominations.
- Kendrick Lamar: Seven nominations.
- Charli XCX: Seven nominations.
- Taylor Swift: Six nominations.
- Sabrina Carpenter: Six nominations.
- Chappell Roan: Six nominations.
The lineup reflects a mix of established stars and rising talent, with first-time nominees like Carpenter and Roan making waves.
Focus on Los Angeles Wildfire Relief
The 2025 Grammys come against the backdrop of devastating wildfires in the Los Angeles area. In response, the Recording Academy and major players in the music industry have shifted their focus to relief efforts.
The Recording Academy canceled or scaled back many pre-Grammy week events, including the Black Music Collective event, advocacy brunches, and the Grammy House pop-up. In total, at least 16 pre-Grammy events have been scrapped.
In a statement, Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason Jr. said, “This is our home, it’s home to thousands of music professionals, and many of us have been negatively impacted.”
The Academy and MusiCares launched the Los Angeles Fire Relief Effort last week with a $1 million donation. With additional contributions from donors and record labels, they have already distributed $2 million in emergency aid.
Music Industry’s Unified Response
- Spotify: Canceled its Best New Artist showcase and reallocated resources to support local charities.
- Universal Music Group: Scrapped its annual artist showcase and after-party to focus on relief efforts.
- Warner Music Group: Redirected funds earmarked for Grammy week events to relief initiatives, pledging $1 million alongside the Blavatnik Family Foundation Social Justice Fund.
- Sony Music Group: Canceled all Grammy-related events and committed resources to rebuilding efforts.
MusiCares will still hold its annual Persons of the Year gala on January 31, honoring the Grateful Dead while including a special appeal for wildfire relief donations.
Why This Year’s Grammys Matter
The 2025 Grammy Awards highlight not just the best in music but also the power of the industry to unite for a cause. By blending entertainment with activism, this year’s event aims to raise awareness and support for those affected by the Los Angeles wildfires.
With performances from global superstars like Billie Eilish and Sabrina Carpenter, the event will captivate music fans while championing an important humanitarian effort. As Beyoncé vies to extend her historic Grammy legacy and rising stars like Chappell Roan and Sabrina Carpenter aim for their first wins, the night promises to be both memorable and meaningful.
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